Kitchen Staff Jobs in Michigan

The Kitchen Staff are the backbone of the hospitality service industry, responsible for a broad range of duties. They ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen by preparing ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining stock levels of food and supplies. They are also responsible for maintaining high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to assure the quality of food served to guests. Additionally, they might be required to handle customer service related issues, such as taking orders, serving food, and addressing customer complaints.

To excel in this role, Kitchen Staff should possess a number of key skills and certifications. They should have a food handler's certificate, signifying they are trained in food safety practices. A good level of physical fitness and endurance is also important as the job involves standing for long hours and handling heavy kitchen equipment. Strong teamwork, time management, and multitasking skills are indispensable to cope with the fast-paced working environment. Prior to becoming a Kitchen Staffer, individuals may have roles like Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant to gain relevant experience in the hospitality industry.

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Cook

  • Portage, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 14 hours ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Cook Part Time

  • Three Rivers, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Three Rivers, MI
  • 5 hours ago

About LakeHouse Senior Living: LakeHouse Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in...

Dishwasher - Banquets & Special Events full & part time positions available!

  • Boyne Falls, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Boyne Falls, MI
  • 8 hours ago

The Dishwasher's typical job functions include: Rinsing, scrubbing and scraping food from all dirty dishes, silverware, and cookware and washing them by hand or place them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing...

Cook - Part Time - White Lake

  • White Lake, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • White Lake, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: We are looking for a PT relief cook to join our team at The Neighborhoods of White Lake! Great Hours, no late nights! Shift: 6 am to 2:30...

Part-Time Meat Clerk

  • Canton, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 10 hours ago

If youre someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real...

Deli Clerk - Full Time

  • Troy, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 10 hours ago

If youre someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real...

Afternoon Crew Member Delta

  • Lansing, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Here at Tailgaters-Dunkin well teach you life skills from day one whether Dunkin is your first job or youre making it your career. Youll be surrounded and inspired by best-in-class mentors who are...

Crew Member

  • Mt Pleasant, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mt Pleasant, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Jersey Mike's Subs has been making amazing subs since 1956 in Point Pleasant New Jersey! The Jersey Mikes tradition was founded on a strong sense of community and commitment to the personal and...

Deli Clerk

  • Royal Oak, MI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Royal Oak, MI
  • 12 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 14 hours ago

Location: Central Michigan Overhead We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : 103 East Preston, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858. Note: online applications accepted...

Dishwasher (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Lansing, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 14 hours ago

Requirement : Prior dishwashing experience is preferred. Pay Rate: $15.50 per hour. Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Address : Henry Ford Saint John Hospital - 22101 Moross Road, Detroit, MI 48236. Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker (Seasonal)

  • Decatur, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Decatur, MI
  • 14 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for seasonal FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Decatur Public Schools - 110 Cedar Street, Decatur, MI 49045. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Clarkston, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Clarkston, MI
  • 14 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : Everest - 5935 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48348. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedule;...

Cook - Full Time - White Lake

  • White Lake, MI
  • 19 hours ago
  • White Lake, MI
  • 19 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: We are looking for a cook to join our team at The Neighborhoods of White Lake! Great Hours, no late nights! Shift: 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM - Every other...

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Michigan

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Michigan offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Michigan
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%


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